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Ben Maltos

Ben Malto thrives on epic drama.

This screenwriting hopeful is learning to craft gripping storylines from leading contemporary writers through the Center for Literary Arts' Major Authors Series, the premier literary reading series in the South Bay. For more than 20 years, the center has promoted literature in the university community by inviting top literary talent -- including up-and-coming authors and winners of the Nobel Prize, Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award -- to campus for readings and workshops. In the 2009-10 lineup: 2007 National Book Award winner Denis Johnson, science writer Mary Roach and nature writer Tim Cahill.

CLA is funded by contributions from numerous individual s and organizations. To learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Lina Melkonian at 408-924-1154.

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